Lions Run
The Lions Run offers a unique fundraising race experience around Carson City's Empire Ranch Golf Course.
Race Date
Oct 10, 2026
Location
Carson City, NV
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Carson City, Nevada
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 0.9 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 0.0 None Run (lounge chair required)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The inaugural Lions Run invites participants to a unique fundraising event set against the backdrop of Carson City's Empire Ranch Golf Course. This race series offers multiple distances, including a 5K, 10K, and a half marathon, alongside a novel "None Run" where participants can win from the comfort of a lawn chair.
Runners can expect a fully supported course, with precision timing, on-course aid stations, and finish line photos. The event promises a festive atmosphere with a finish line festival, and all registered racers receive a swag bag and a race t-shirt, making it a community-focused event with a charitable purpose.
Race-provided description
Join us for our first annual Race Fundraiser THE LIONS RUN. Featuring a 5K, 10K, Half, and a Family Fun Run. We are excited to introduce a unique 0.0 None Run where you relax in your lawn chair to win! Get ready to enjoy a beautiful, and fully supported race course in and around the Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City. As a registered racer here's what you'll get: Swag bag full of goodies Race t-shirt Precision timing Finish line photos On-course aid stations A fun-filled finish line festival
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
1875 Fair Way, Carson City, NV 89701, Carson City, NV, 89706
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 7 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
45%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Lions Run?
The Lions Run is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Lions Run take place?
It takes place in Carson City, Nevada.
What distances does the Lions Run offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 0.9 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 0.0 None Run (lounge chair required).
Is the Lions Run course flat and good for a PR?
The Lions Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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